Do We Have Free Choice or Is It An Illusion ? - MUSSAR Pirkei Avot (20)

In Rabbi Yaron Reuven's lecture "Do We Have Free Choice or Is It An Illusion?" from the Pirkei Avot series, he discusses the concept of free will and destiny within the framework of Jewish thought. Rabbi Reuven emphasizes that while humans exert effort (Hishtadlut) and make choices, the outcomes are ultimately in God's hands. He encourages reflecting on life's purpose rather than being preoccupied with temporary pleasures like vacations, which often leave individuals longing for more. Through the teachings of Pirkei Avot, he underscores the idea that people are created to learn Torah and fulfill God's will, reminding them not to pride themselves on their accomplishments but to see them as their inherent duty. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi-fAdFBv83gUzBgKm3PAyw/join BUILD WITH US (Who Is BeEzrat HaShem Inc) http://www.BHYESHIVA.com BeEzrat HaShem YESHIVA & BEIT MUSSAR BUILDING BUILD A JEWISH COMMUNITY THAT WILL CHANGE THE WORLD 00:00 Introduction 01:15 Exert effort! 02:15 How can we get ourselves to a point of enjoying life everyday, not just during vacation? 06:13 Introduction to Pirkei Avot Chapter 2 Mishnah 9. Attaining real teshuvah. When will the mashiach come? 14:54 What is the will of G-d? 15:39 Why is the title “Rabban” used in this mishnah? 20:48 A beautiful story about Rav Moshe Feinstein. Don’t focus on taking credit for learning Torah, for you were created to do it. 24:50 The story of Yosef the holy stingy person 30:46 Beautiful insights on titles in Judaism, and the greatness of the rabbis 39:42 Who was Rabban Yochanan? 45:20 What you should know if you drive on Shabbat 51:53 Interesting information regarding the golden calf. Does every Jew have a share in the World to Come? 58:52 Not taking credit for learning Torah. Who was the first Jew? 1:04:51 Why do I have to learn and fulfill the Torah? 1:24:33 What is the only reason you as a Jew exist? 1:41:06 How great was Hezekiah? Who will fight your wars? #MussarPirkeiAvot #Judaism #Jewish #RabbiYaronReuven #Torah #KIRUV #TeShuvah #Shabbat